Broward approves school calendars for next two years. Here are key dates to know
For the first time, Broward County Public Schools has approved two school year calendars at once, giving families an earlier look at start dates, holiday breaks and the end of the school year through 2028.
The first day of school for the 2026-27 academic year will be Monday, Aug. 10, the district announced on Dec. 18, 2025. The calendar for 2026-27 includes a weeklong Thanksgiving break, two weeks for winter break and one week for spring break.
The first day of school for the 2027-28 academic year is Monday, Aug. 9.
Key dates for 2026-27 school year:
- 2026 Thanksgiving break: Monday, Nov. 23-Friday, Nov. 27
- 2026-27 winter break: Monday, Dec. 21 -Friday, Jan. 1
- 2027 spring break: Monday, March 22-Friday, March 26
- Last day of school: Friday, May 28
The calendar also includes teacher planning days, early release days, report card distribution dates, holidays, as well as up to five built-in severe weather makeup days.
“Having both school calendars available now for our families and staff, provides a greater ability to plan,” Superintendent Dr. Howard Hepburn said in a news release.
Hepburn added that approving two calendars at once is part of the district’s effort to support student success and staff well-being.
The full calendars for the 2026-27 and 2027-28 school calendars are available on the BCPS website at browardschools.com/calendars.
This story was originally published December 22, 2025 at 11:27 AM.
